Wales Under-20s secure their first win against Ireland in the Six Nations since 2017 with a hard-fought and spirited 20-12 victory at Newport's Rodney Parade.

Wales couldn't have asked for a better start when captain Beddall won a penalty at the breakdown. The hosts went to the corner and very nearly shoved Ireland back over their own line. Ireland halted Wales' surge but the hosts pushed them backwards at a rate of knots at the resulting scrum.

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Ireland has condemned Wales to a record-extending 15th straight rugby loss after overcoming a 20-minute red card to rally for a 27-18 win and stay on course for an unprecedented third Six Nations title in a row.

Wales slipped to a 15th straight defeat in a 27-18 home loss to Six Nations champions Ireland on Saturday, but the hosts played with endeavour and ambition not seen in recent games. Ireland secured the Triple Crown and top the table with 14 points from three matches,